Women could boost implant makers record settlement funds
The lawsuit settlement for health problems from silicone implants could grow if more women join. The $3.7 billion pact among Bristol Myers Squibb Baxter and Dow Corning sets payments from $105000 to $1.4 million after fees, with 30 years to file. A nationwide information campaign and a toll free hotline have already attracted tens of thousands of calls.
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Settlement eligibility guidelines for medical implant case
Corporate groups including Porex Medical Technologies Corp Koken Co Ltd and other foreign manufacturers outline settlement eligibility. The rule covers children born before April 1 who sustained injuries linked to their mothers implants, detailing criteria and potential compensation pathways.
France recalls test failure on rare HIV strain detected
U S health authorities say a rare HIV-1 group O strain, found mainly in Cameroon, evaded a French blood test. No U S cases reported. U S tests can be modified to detect it. Science notes eleven French infections. March recall spurred urgent re evaluation.
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Drug Patents and Price Hikes Highlight Healthcare Debate
The text claims drug companies profit from patents, with pills costing a penny to make sold for 1 to 4 dollars. It notes President Clinton urging price reductions to cut costs, amid 17 year patent protections before generics enter the market.
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Can't Patent Natural Medicines Yet Warns Book
A University of Arizona study summary argues nature products cannot be patented. It lists natural compounds found in tree bark, berries, pine, minerals, and amino acids with medical benefits. The text notes drug firms resist low profit natural medicines while lab tests show cures or prevention potential.
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Eye opening pages promise natural cures for 246 ailments
A sensational ad claims 367 pages cover 246 ailments with natural medicines. It touts ulcer relief from a candy ingredient, wrinkle reduction, mineral relief for prostate issues, weight loss from a Mexican yam extract, and other bold health claims backed by laboratory tests and double blind studies.
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